JetBrains Toolbox Extension

JetBrains Toolbox Extension

Clone and open projects from GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket in JetBrains IDEs right from your browser

What is JetBrains Toolbox Extension?
The 'JetBrains Toolbox Extension' is a Firefox add-on that enhances productivity by allowing users to directly clone and open projects from notable repositories like GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket in IntelliJ-based JetBrains IDEs. Users can also navigate from highlighted code lines in a previously cloned GitHub project, directly to that line in their IDE. The extension requires the Toolbox App to function, and is also compatible with self-hosted instances of the mentioned repositories.
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Stats
By: JetBrains
Users: 7,793 ▲ 75
Rating: 4.70 (89)
Version: 2.3.0.20092 (Last updated: 2024-04-24)
Creation date: 2017-03-19
Weekly download count: 39
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • contextMenus
  • storage
  • https://github.com/*
  • https://api.github.com/*
  • https://gitlab.com/*
  • https://bitbucket.org/*
  • https://api.bitbucket.org/*
  • https://gitee.com/*
Size: 305.06K
Stats date:

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Summary

The extension adds buttons that allow you to open projects from GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket in IntelliJ-based IDEs. Note: The Toolbox App must be installed on your computer to make the extension work. Download the Toolbox App from https://www.jetbrains.com/toolbox-app.

This extension helps you

  • Clone projects from the main GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket repositories, and open them in available JetBrains IDEs.
  • Navigate from a highlighted line of code in a previously cloned GitHub project to that line in your IDE.

To open the projects from self-hosted GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket instances, make sure to enable the extension for your website by ticking “Enable on this domain” in the extension settings menu.

If you encounter any problem using the extension, please create an issue request at our tracker: https://youtrack.jetbrains.com/issues/TBX

Would you like to collaborate on the extension? Because you can! It's an open-source project. Here is the repository address: https://github.com/JetBrains/toolbox-browser-extension

User reviews
User reviews summary
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Integrates nicely with the Github Dark Theme
  • Convenient, reduces steps to get to the preferred IDE
  • Useful and nicely done app
Cons
  • Doesn't seem to do anything or add any buttons
  • Lack of support for Android Studio
  • Doesn't work properly with Rider and the Toolbox
Most mentioned
  • Issues with recognizing or supporting certain IDEs (e.g., Android Studio, Rider)
  • No clear instructions or support information
  • Ease of opening projects in IDEs directly from repositories
Recent reviews
Doesn't seem to do anything. Doesn't add any buttons. Zero info about how to use it. The link "support site" just leads to the same general page as "Homepage".
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Safety
Risk impact

JetBrains Toolbox Extension may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

JetBrains Toolbox Extension is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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